Marine biodiversity, encompassing the variety of life in the world's oceans and seas, is a critical component of Earth's ecological balance. It comprises an astonishing array of species, from microscopic organisms to majestic marine mammals. This diversity fosters resilience and adaptability within marine ecosystems, contributing to their stability and sustainability. Oceans are home to countless species that play pivotal roles in nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, and maintaining overall environmental health. Unfortunately, marine biodiversity faces numerous threats, including overfishing, habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change. Conserving and understanding marine biodiversity is imperative not only for the health of ocean ecosystems but also for human well-being, as oceans provide essential resources and support numerous livelihoods worldwide. Global initiatives and responsible management practices are crucial to safeguarding marine biodiversity and ensuring a harmonious coexistence between humanity and the rich tapestry of life beneath the waves.
Title : Application of artificial intelligence and NISAR satellite to study the air sea CO2 exchange and aquatic toxicology to develop ‘Aquatic Pollution Remediation Technologies’(PART)
Virendra Kumar Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Title : Seasonal habitat shifts and purse seine dependence of mene maculata in the Taiwan strait: Early indicators of climate driven ecosystem change
Ipsita Biswas, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
Title : Conditionally pathogenic microparasites (Microsporidia and Myxosporea) of mullet fish potential objects of mariculture in the black and azov seas
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Title : Site suitability analysis for sea cucumber mariculture in the coastal area of Bangladesh
Muhammad Mizanur Rahman, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh
Title : National action plan for sustainable and resilient fisheries aquaculture system in Pakistan
Nazia Sher, National Institute of Maritime Affairs, Pakistan
Title : Sustainable fisheries management through community based monitoring of IUU fishing along the Sindh coast, Arabian Sea in the North Indian Ocean, Pakistan
Muhammad Naeem Khan, University of the Punjab, Pakistan